25 Lakeside AvenueDarienCT06820
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 25 Lakeside Avenue, Darien, CT, 06820 in Darien fits: $1,395,000, 4.55% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $385,413 in value within five years. Rental yield 4.55%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.84) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $12,848/yr in principal paydown and $385,413 in appreciation project a total return of $262,926.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.6% | 5.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(4,191) | $1,500 |
City averages based on Darien market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $5,287 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $8,923 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.59x |
Ziffy Mortgage typically prefers a DSCR of 1.0+, but in some cases you may qualify with a DSCR below 1. To explore if this deal qualifies for an investment mortgage, book time with your loan officer →
Estimates assume 6.0% rate / 30-yr fixed, 30% down, 1% tax, 0.5% insurance. Not a commitment to lend.
Single Family
Built in 1927
6,098 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 06820, Darien, CT area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 7,368 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,873 (79.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,115 (15.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 380 ( 5.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,698,844 |
| Average Home Value | $1,624,133 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
7,307
Single Family
6,607
Multi-Family
700
Businesses
877
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Ziffy AI Summary
A quick, investor-focused snapshot highlighting income strength, yield potential.
| Key metrics | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | $399,900 |
| Est. Rent | $3,200/mo |
| ROI | 18% |
- Attractive rent-to-price ratio for income stability
- Good fit for DSCR financing with healthy coverage
Single Family
Built in 1927
6,098 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 06820, Darien, CT area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 7,368 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,873 (79.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,115 (15.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 380 ( 5.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,698,844 |
| Average Home Value | $1,624,133 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
7,307
Single Family
6,607
Multi-Family
700
Businesses
877
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • N/A
Mls Name: Smart MLS
Mls ID: #24156670